Case Planner Aftercare

Alternatives For Girls; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 43,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Alternatives For Girls in Detroit seeks a Case Planner (Aftercare) to support aftercare services, intake, assessment, goal setting and discharge planning. This role emphasizes delivering treatment services and coordinating with program participants to promote housing stability, education, and employment readiness.

The position requires an associate or bachelor's degree in a related field and 3–5 years of experience with youth or high-risk populations, plus reliable transportation for regular

Qualifications

• Requires associate or bachelor’s degree in social work, counseling, psychology, sociology or criminal justice.
• 3–5 years of related experience preferred, and experience with youth/high-risk situations is strongly preferred.
• Requires basic computer software and Internet skills.

Responsibilities

• Engage participants to deliver aftercare services and achieve independence, housing, education, and employment goals.
• Screen and process referrals for intake into the shelter program.
• Research community resources and build connections to support participants' needs.
• Transport participants to initial appointments and essential activities.
• Maintain weekly contact, conduct home visits, and document progress.

Skills

Organizational skills

Case management

Communication skills

Decision-making

Crisis handling

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in social work or related field

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

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Full Time Detroit, MI, US

7 days ago Requisition ID: 1080

Salary Range: $43,000.00 To $45,000.00 Annually

Alternatives For Girls

Job Description

Job Title:

Grade:

007

Department:

Pay Status:

Clinical Manager

Reports to:

Exempt

FLSA Status:

Job Summary:

The Case Planner (Aftercare)supports AFG’s mission, and the goal to deliver quality case management services, meeting with program participants to complete intake, assessment, goal setting and discharge.

Key Responsibilities:

• Engage and deliver treatment services to program participants that support aftercare goal attainment (independence, safe/stable housing, education, employment, mental health, etc.)
• Screen, assess, and process referrals for intake into the shelter program.
• Research and develop community resources, make connections, and build relationships (employment, education, housing) in order to serve the needs of program participants.
• Transport participants to initial appointments such as: employment interviews, apartment viewings, setting up daycare, obtaining necessary documents, etc.
• Maintain contact with participants; conduct weekly home visits, monitor living situation, and ensure participant involvement in support groups. Complete quarterly progress reports.
• Teach life skills (e.g., cooking, cleaning, organizing, shopping, paying bills, establishing a bank account, accessing transportation, etc.) to assist with a successful transition into the community.
• Ensure discharge planning activities and docs are completed within 48 hours of discharge.
• Provide direct care and supervision of shelter residents, as needed.
• Perform other duties, as assigned.

Demonstrated Abilities:

• Solid organizational and case management skills
• Ability to set priorities, take initiative and meet deadlines
• Good communication skills, diplomacy and tact
• Good decision-making, conflict-resolution and effective listening skills
• Ability to handle crisis, cope with job stress and maintain confidentiality

Acquired Knowledge:

• Requires an associate or bachelor’s degree in social work, counseling, psychology, sociology or criminal justice and a minimum of 3-5 years of related experience
• Experience working with youth who are juvenile offenders, homeless or involved in high-risk activities, such as: gangs, violence, drugs, truancy, sexual activity is strongly preferred
• Requires basic computer software and Internet skills

This position requires regular driving. Incumbents must have reliable transportation, must possess a driver’s license and automobile insurance, and must have a good driving record.